Psychosis has been called a “trick of the mind” that causes a temporary “break from reality,” but the full nature of this serious mental health problem is a lot more nuanced. For starters, psychosis isn’t a mental illness, it’s a symptom. A psychotic episode is a disruption in thoughts and perceptions that make it hard …
Self-acceptance means embracing who we truly are without judgment. It involves seeing ourselves clearly and being aware of our feelings, without seeking validation from others. The Link Between Acceptance and Change True change begins with self-acceptance. When we fully acknowledge our emotions and who we are in the present, we gain clarity about our choices …
If you’re coping with a social anxiety disorder, the mere thought of facing certain social situations can spark feelings of intense nervousness, worry, fear, or dread. And when these upsetting emotions persist, they can take a serious toll on your life. A social anxiety disorder can be disruptive, distressing, or even debilitating, but it doesn’t have to control …
by Dr. Elena Bagourdi, It’s hard enough to stay sober when life is on an even keel. But in stressful or triggering moments, the difficulty goes to a whole different level. Staying sober in those moments can be a big challenge. With solid support, commitment and some good coping skills, you can resist cravings and …
As an invaluable tool of mental health care, psychotherapy is a central treatment strategy for a variety of conditions that adversely affect your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and daily life — ranging from stress, anxiety, and trauma to depression, substance abuse, and ADHD. While talk therapy involves many different techniques and approaches, it typically focuses on building a strong relationship with your …
by Dr. Elena Bagourdi It’s hard enough to stay sober when life is on an even keel. But in stressful or triggering moments, the difficulty goes to a whole different level. Staying sober in those moments can be a big challenge. With solid support, commitment and some good coping skills, you can resist cravings and …
According to the experts at EB Psychotherapy, a mental health agency that specializes in helping individuals overcome time management and procrastination challenges, effective time management isn’t just about packing your schedule. It’s about making intentional decisions that align with your priorities and values. By prioritizing your goals and creating a well-organized schedule, you can achieve …
If your brain doesn’t process a traumatic experience, it stays with you. Later, when a trigger causes disturbing memories of that trauma to surface, they can provoke the same upsetting and overwhelming emotions you felt when the trauma first occurred. This unstoppable “instant replay” is all too familiar for people who live with post-traumatic stress …
by Claudia Copeland, PhD The term “dual diagnosis” refers to two diagnosed disorders: a substance abuse disorder and a mental health disorder. The very term, though, is a bit of a misnomer. Do patients with a fever and an influenza virus infection have two different illnesses? And would you choose to treat one without treating …
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As the leading cause of mental illness across the globe, depression affects tens of millions of people in the United States — and hundreds of millions of people around the world — at any given time. Depressive disorders are so common, in fact, that one in six Americans can expect to develop one at some point. Although depression affects …
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EXIS Recovery provides outstanding substance abuse treatment and mental health care for men, women, and adolescents. Located in West Los Angeles, California, EXIS Recovery utilizes an evidence-based, multidisciplinary model designed by co-founders Elena Bagourdi and Polly Preventza.
The highly trained team of experts at EXIS Recovery tailors this innovative model to meet the unique needs of each individual patient.
